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Liquidated damages clause in aircraft purchase agreement not an unenforceable penalty

By EsqSocial Corporation 10/05/21

The claimant aircraft manufacturer claimed damages under an aircraft purchase agreement for the non-payment of pre-delivery payments (PDPs) following the defendant’s failure to pay the PDPs and to take delivery of a number of aircraft.

Key Takeaways From The Commercial Observer's Construction Safety Forum

By EsqSocial Corporation 10/05/21

On May 6, 2021, The Commercial Observer's virtual construction safety forum brought together leading companies in development, construction, architecture, engineering and law, and top public officials and city agencies to explore emerging health and safety trends, procedures, and policies and int

EC Review of Its Recommendation on the Definition of Nanomaterial Includes Targeted Stakeholder Consultation

By EsqSocial Corporation 10/05/21

In 2011, the European Commission (EC) adopted a Recommendation on the definition of a nanomaterial.

Do Working Mothers Really Want Flowers?

By EsqSocial Corporation 10/05/21

Mother’s Day is a day to celebrate all the moms, especially those who have managed through an unprecedented year as CEO of their families. Most days we are tired, beaten down emotionally and physically, feeling overworked and underappreciated.

District Court Denies Defendant’s Motion For Attorney’s Fees Even After Granting Clear Summary Judgment On Noninfringement Grounds

By EsqSocial Corporation 10/05/21

In Hytera Communications Corp. Ltd. v. Motorola Solutions, Inc., 1-17-cv-01794 (NDOH 2021-04-29, Order) (Donald C. Nugent), the District Court denied defendant’s motion for attorney fees under 35 U.S.C.

Investments: Are We Still Getting The Latte Or Merely The Froth?

By EsqSocial Corporation 10/05/21

Today’s economic news seems undeniably strong. Despite the crisis in India, our own health officials believe that we may be emerging from the darkest hours of the pandemic. Pennsylvania has announced it will be open for business in less than a month......

Dreamers Bills Under Congressional Consideration

By EsqSocial Corporation 10/05/21

President Joe Biden’s American Citizenship Act of 2021, introduced in Congress in February, would provide large-scale immigration reform. But it will be difficult to pass such a comprehensive bill.

COVID-19 Weekly Newsletter: White House Unveils New Vaccine Allocation Strategy

By EsqSocial Corporation 10/05/21

The Biden administration unveiled a new vaccine allocation strategy designed to address vaccine hesitancy and access issues.

New Hampshire Supreme Court Invalidates Long-Term Care Rate Caps

By EsqSocial Corporation 10/05/21

The New Hampshire Supreme Court recently determined that regulations limiting premium rate increases for long-term care insurance policies exceeded the state insurance commissioner’s rulemaking authority and were therefore invalid....

Biden Administration Rescinds Employer-Friendly Independent Contractor Test

By EsqSocial Corporation 10/05/21

On May 6, 2021, the Department of Labor (“DOL”) issued a final rule, effective immediately, withdrawing a pro-business independent contractor rule that would have made it easier for businesses to classify workers as independent contractors, rather than as employees who are entitled to minimum wag

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